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Are Thaksin or Thanathorn interfering in formation of the new government?

28 Sept 06:19 Key points summarised by AI

Political activist Sonthiya Sawasdee petitioned the Election Commission (EC) to investigate Pheu Thai and People parties for allegedly allowing former PM Thaksin Shinawatra and Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit to dominate their new government formation efforts.
Sonthiya threatens to demand the dissolution of both parties if the People's party supports Pheu Thai's candidate, claiming their conditions are a political game and that non-members are violating the Political Parties Act by exerting control.

18 Oct 12:30 Key points summarised by AI

A recent NIDA poll indicates that a plurality of the public (30.38%) anticipates Kla Tham Party MPs will vote to support all 18 cabinet ministers targeted in the upcoming no-confidence debate.
Respondents believe the Ministry of Interior (38.78%) and the Prime Minister’s Office (21.37%) will face the toughest questioning during the censure debate.
Economic issues, particularly alleged incompetence in addressing problems (34.27%) and the rising cost of living (25.88%), are cited as the primary concerns for the government during the censure.
The public holds high expectations for the Opposition's case, with 45.65% believing clear, concrete evidence will be presented against all 18 ministers, and 41.22% expecting substantial evidence against specific ministers.